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2 DWI arrests after drivers crash into Precinct 5 patrol units at Katy Freeway closure
By Christian Hudspeth at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
Two suspected drunk drivers were arrested after, authorities say, they plowed into Harris County Constable Precinct 5 patrol vehicles during a nighttime closure on the westbound Katy Freeway near Westgreen Boulevard.Deputies with Precinct 5’s Toll Road Division were already on scene for a separat...
Key takeaway Deputies with Precinct 5’s Toll Road Division were already on scene for a separate hazard—a stranded commercial motor vehicle leaking fuel across the roadway—when the two crashes happened.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The recent incidents on the westbound Katy Freeway near Westgreen Boulevard, where two drivers crashed into Harris County Constable Precinct 5 patrol units, raise concerns about driver awareness and safety in Tomball . The fact that both drivers disregarded the active emergency scene and struck patrol vehicles, despite visible emergency lights and law enforcement presence, is alarming. This incident highlights the need for drivers to be vigilant and adhere to Texas' Move Over or Slow Down law, which is in place to protect first responders. As a community within the Houston area, Tomball residents frequently travel on the Katy Freeway, and it is crucial that they are aware of the risks associated with driving under the influence and the importance of giving emergency responders room to work safely. The arrest of two suspected drunk drivers in this incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts of local law enforcement to keep roads safe, and residents should be grateful for their dedication to protecting the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Two suspected drunk drivers were arrested after, authorities say, they plowed into Harris County Constable Precinct 5 patrol vehicles during a nighttime closure on the westbound Katy Freeway near Westgreen Boulevard.Deputies with Precinct 5’s Toll Road Division were already on scene for a separat...
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